Crime Rate in Whitehill Chase: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitehill Chase

The total recorded crimes in Whitehill Chase, East Hampshire, UK in July 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitehill Chase crime rate of 2.60 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Whitehill Chase, encompassing approximately 16,919 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-64.52% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Whitehill Chase Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Hampshire Road with total crimes: 8
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6
  • Heathcote Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Whitehill Chase?

To understand the safety of Whitehill Chase, we need to analyze Whitehill Chase crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Whitehill Chase reported a higher crime volume than the East Hampshire average, with 622 crimes compared to 250. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Whitehill Chase witnessed more crimes than 29 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

    • In 2023, Whitehill Chase experienced a greater number of crimes than the East Hampshire average, with 650 crimes compared to 241. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Whitehill Chase witnessed more crimes than 30 out of 30 other areas in the East Hampshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Hampshire, Whitehill Chase has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Whitehill Chase Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Whitehill Chase has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 2.60 ranking 4th out of 30 in the East Hampshire, UK

In 2024, the total Whitehill Chase crimes were 622. The crime rate of Whitehill Chase in 2024 was 36.76 (year) or 3.06 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitehill Chase were around 650 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.42 (year) or 3.20 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the East Hampshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whitehill Chase)CrimesRank (Whitehill Chase)CrimesRank (Whitehill Chase)
Binsted, Bentley & Selborne59 1639 1644 2
Petersfield St Peter's48 2617 3525 5
Bramshott & Liphook46 3589 4570 3
Alton Eastbrooke37 6464 5549 4
Alton Wooteys41 5295 9313 8
Liss17 12274 10366 6
Horndean Kings & Blendworth14 19442 6341 7
Whitehill Hogmoor & Greatham33 9423 7230 12
Petersfield Causeway36 7317 8281 9
Four Marks & Medstead35 8252 11250 11
Rowlands Castle16 14180 17259 10
Alton Whitedown19 10139 2091 28
Clanfield17 11240 13220 13
Headley15 15250 12197 16
Petersfield Bell Hill16 13215 15150 19
Whitehill Pinewood14 16183 16200 14
Horndean Murray14 20218 14183 17
Alton Westbrooke14 18158 18197 15
Alton Ashdell14 17113 23109 25
Bentworth & Froyle9 25158 19176 18
Lindford4 29118 22114 20
Froxfield, Sheet & Steep11 21112 24114 21
Horndean Catherington10 24118 21106 26
Buriton & East Meon11 23110 25112 22
Horndean Downs11 2257 3173 29
Petersfield Heath5 2890 29109 23
Alton Holybourne6 26108 26109 24
Grayshott6 27107 2798 27
Ropley, Hawkley & Hangers2 3190 2870 30
Alton Amery3 3058 3057 31

Whitehill Chase Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 221 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202531
May 202525
April 20255
March 20259
February 202514
January 202520
December 202419
November 202417
October 202415
September 202434
August 202421

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 59 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
May 20257
April 202510
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20246
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20252
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 51 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20258
April 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202510
May 20255
April 20253
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20248
August 20249

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20244

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Whitehill Chase in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Whitehill Chase postcode area is presented below.

1. Hampshire Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Public order1
3. Heathcote Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Alexandra Court (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
7. Roxburghe Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Woodside Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
10. Lilac Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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